Empires of africa

Empires in Africa

By JShizzle
  • Jan 12, 1000

    Introduction of Islam

    Introduction of Islam
    In A.D. 1000, Islam is introduced by sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Jan 12, 1100

    The Gold Trade

    The Gold Trade
    In A.D. 1100, Kilwa controls the gold trade in East Africa.
  • Jan 12, 1250

    West African Trade

    West African Trade
    In A.D. 1250, Sundiata's Mali Empire dominates West African Trade.
  • Jan 12, 1324

    Hajj to Mecca

    Hajj to Mecca
    In A.D. 1324, Mali's Mansa Musa embarks on a hajj to Mecca.
  • Jan 12, 1450

    Zimbabwe Abandonment

    Zimbabwe Abandonment
    In A.D. 1450, the once-prosperous southern African city of Great Zimbabwe is abandoned.
  • Jan 12, 1464

    Songhai Empire

    Songhai Empire
    In A.D. 1464, Sunni Ali establishes the Songhai Empire.
  • Jan 12, 1480

    Trading Posts

    Trading Posts
    In A.D. 1480, Portugal establishes trading posts on the West African Coast.

  • Ghana Trade

    Ghana Trade
    In A.D. 800, Ancient Ghana dominates West African Trade